Ghosale
Ghosale is a village located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 185km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Ghosale village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghosale has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Ghosale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghosale is 564747. The village spans a total geographical area of 754 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Ghosale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 54km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ghosale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghosale
Population of Ghosale
Below is a concise population overview of Ghosale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 214 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 30 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 147 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 67 | 125 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghosale village:
- The total population of Ghosale village is around 477, including approximately 214 males and 263 females, with a sex ratio of 1228 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Ghosale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghosale village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghosale village is about 59.75%, with male literacy at 68.69% and female literacy at 52.47%.
- There are around 155 households in Ghosale village.
Connectivity of Ghosale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghosale. As per the 2011 stats, Ghosale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghosale
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghosale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghosale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghosale
- Where is Ghosale located?
- Ghosale village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghosale?
- Ghosale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghosale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghosale is 477, with 214 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Ghosale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghosale village has a total of 155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghosale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghosale is 59.75%. The male literacy rate is 68.69%, while the female literacy rate is 52.47%.